Ebook - John Northern Hilliard - Leaves from my notebook (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Uncover the Mind of a Magical Innovator
Step into the rich history of magic with 'Leaves from my notebook,' a compelling digital collection by the esteemed John Northern Hilliard. This essential ebook compiles Hilliard's significant contributions to Floyd Thayer's influential periodical, 'The Magical Bulletin,' offering a rare glimpse into the insights and inventions of one of magic's most articulate minds. Far more than just a reprint, this volume serves as a crucial historical document, preserving Hilliard's unique voice and pioneering ideas for a new generation of enthusiasts and practitioners.
The Genesis of Classic Illusions
Delve into the fascinating backstory of illusions that shaped the magical landscape. Hilliard recounts his early work for publications like 'The Art of Magic' and 'The Sphinx,' most notably detailing the genesis of his now-famous 'The Telephone Trick.' This thought-reading card effect, which surprised even its creator with its widespread popularity, is thoroughly explained here, allowing you to trace its origins directly from Hilliard's own words. His personal narrative provides a captivating look into the creative process and the often-uncredited journey of magical innovations.
A Treasure Trove of Magical Wisdom
Beyond the historical claims, 'Leaves from my notebook' presents a practical wealth of magical content. Explore intriguing routines such as 'The Triple Mystery,' master the intricacies of 'The Chinese Rings,' ponder the psychological depths of 'The Quick Or The Dead,' and learn the engaging mechanics of 'Roll Your Own.' Each entry reflects Hilliard's deep understanding of misdirection, psychology, and technical skill, offering valuable lessons that remain relevant today. Whether you're a seasoned performer or an aspiring magician, this ebook provides a foundation in classic magic principles and inspires new ways of thinking about your craft. As a convenient digital download, this extraordinary compilation is immediately accessible, ready to enrich your magical library with timeless wisdom.
Original Specs
This is a compilation of Hilliard's contributions to Floyd Thayer's magazine The Magical Bulletin.
A few sporadic contributions to magical journals here and abroad followed The Art of Magic. The most important of these stray papers was the first account, in The Sphinx, of a thought-reading card trick of my own invention that has since enjoyed considerable popularity. I refer to the experiment commonly known as "The Telephone Trick." No one was more surprised than myself at the immediate and widespread popularity of this trick. That its success was not ephemeral, I judge from the fact that Mr. Thayer still keeps it in stock, and that many writers, including Mr. David Devant, have done me the honor to include it in their works. That they did not know whom to credit it to is not surprising; for I doubt if many magical enthusiasts even remember my explanation of the trick in The Sphinx, something like a decade and a half ago. I have never taken the trouble to make the matter public; but as I am about to write again of things magical, after a silence of many years, I avail myself of this opportunity to claim my own again.
- Foreword
- A Personal Note By Way Of Introduction
- The Triple Mystery
- The Chinese Rings
- The Quick Or The Dead
- Roll Your Own
